Liberty board approves REAL as Estrella Mountain Elementary’s signature program
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Summary
After committee work and surveys of students, staff and parents, the board voted 5-0 to adopt REAL (Relevant, Engaging, Authentic Learning) as Estrella Mountain Elementary’s signature program and authorized administration to begin rollout planning.
The Liberty Elementary School District Governing Board on Feb. 9 approved REAL (Relevant, Engaging, Authentic Learning) as the signature program for Estrella Mountain Elementary, voting 5-0 after a multi‑stakeholder committee presentation.
Principal Lindsay Boras and committee members described an eight‑meeting development process that included staff, parents, volunteers and student surveys. The committee presented three program frameworks — EDGE, REAL and Cultivators of Innovation — and explained how each would use project‑based and community‑connected learning to support the district’s state standards.
Administration highlighted plans for a phased rollout, baseline data collection in year one and a focus on sustainability. The board discussed how the programs would align with curriculum and requested cost and resource details; administration said most work would be supported through professional development and internal staff effort, with optional partner resources such as Defined Learning available. Defined Learning quoted a discounted year‑one rate of about $9,102.20 with a potential early‑sign discount bringing the price closer to $7,300; presenters said the district would seek the most cost‑effective launch strategy.
After discussion about student engagement data and long‑term sustainability, a motion to adopt REAL passed unanimously.
What’s next: Administration will finalize implementation planning, confirm any partner agreements, and report back to the board with budget and timeline details.